When an abnormal protein, amyloid, gets deposited in the organs or tissues, the condition is known as amyloidosis. When such a condition is developed, the functions of the affected tissue or organ are disrupted as well. Amyloidosis is a serious condition and can cause health problems, which could be life-threatening, causing failure of organs. Amyloid deposits can be the result of several different proteins; it has been associated with severe health problems. The type of amyloidosis depends on the place where the protein has been collected. The deposition of amyloid could be all over the body or in one place. Various types of amyloidosis and their associated causes: 1. Light chain amyloidosis (AL) The immunoglobulin light chain amyloidosis (AL) is one of the common types of amyloidosis. This is also known as primary amyloidosis. The amyloid light chain is a type of protein responsible for this type of amyloidosis. There is no known cause for this type of amyloidosis; however, it develops when the marrow of the bone forms abnormal antibodies that cannot be broken down. This type of amyloidosis is associated with a type of blood cancer known as multiple myeloma. This can affect the nerves, intestines, liver, heart, and kidneys.

Low libido means a reduced interest in sexual activities. It is common for a woman to lose her interest in sexual activities at some point in life. Therefore, the levels of libido will constantly vary for a woman during certain life transitions (i.e., pregnancy, menopause, etc). It is also a normal scenario wherein the interest of a woman may not match with her respective partners. But when the levels of libido are low for a long period of time it may be a situation that may require professional medical help. In some cases, low libido could also at times be an indication of another underlying health condition. The following are the causes of low libido in women: 1. Low hormone levels The hormone estrogen can change and even drop during certain life transitions. For instance, during pregnancy, and after giving birth particulary when breast-feeding, hormones may functuate, body image may change, and fatigue may cause a new mother to lose interest in sex. Menopause is another period where estrogen can become lower, causing vaginal dryness, even painful sex, and reduced libido. 2. Medications When a woman takes some sort of medications hormonal levels may also begin to drop that will subsequently lead to a decrease in the levels of the libido.

Cancer that develops in the breast tissues is known as breast cancer. Symptoms of breast cancer may include a change in the shape of the breast, swelling, inverted nipple, or lump in the breast. Risk factors of developing this type of cancer include lack of physical exercise, obesity, drinking alcohol, etc. There are several types of breast cancers. The common types of breast cancer are invasive ductal carcinoma in situ, lobular carcinoma, and invasive ductal carcinoma. The type of breast cancer a person is suffering from is largely based on what part of the breast is affected: 1. Carcinoma The most common type of breast cancer is carcinoma, which is a tumor that originates in the epithelial cells that line the tissues and organs in the entire body. Carcinoma, which is also known as adenocarcinoma, begins in the cells that form the glandular tissues. The most common type of breast cancer is carcinomas. other carcinomas include: Intraductal carcinoma is also known as ductal carcinoma in situ. It is pre-invasive or noninvasive in nature. Lobular neoplasia is also known as lobular carcinoma in situ. Lobular carcinoma in situ is the region of abnormal growth of cells that may increase the person’s risk of developing invasive breast cancer.

Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma develops when the DNA present in the cells of the immune system, known as lymphocytes changes or mutations, disables the ability to take control of the division and growth of the cells. There are some cases where the cells that are mutated begin to grow out of control which in turn crowd the healthy cells present in the lymphatic system and reduces the ability of the body to fight any infections. Although the actual causes of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma are unknown, the risk of developing the condition increases with age. When an individual is exposed to certain chemicals and pesticides, the risk of developing non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma can increase. There is research that is being conducted at the moment to get to the bottom of this disease and know about its exact cause. The development and causes of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma have several other risk factors associated with it, including the following: 1. Conditions affecting immune system Individuals may be at a greater risk of developing non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma if they suffer from conditions or diseases that affect their immune system or have received treatments for those diseases or conditions. These conditions are infections and viruses like helicobacter pylori infection, HIV/AIDS, human T-cell leukemia or lymphoma virus, hepatitis C virus, Epstein-Barr virus, and human herpesvirus 8.

Eating disorders are conditions that cause obsessions with food, weight and body appearance, which negatively affect health and wellbeing, both mentally and physically. Eating disorders are not just about obsessing about food, they often crop up following a trauma (i.e., death of a loved one, abuse, etc.), as a way for the patient to seemingly take back control. There are several types of eating disorders, depending on the behaviors of the patient. Some of the main types of eating disorders are: 1. Anorexia nervosa This condition occurs due to excessive dieting and exercise, which often leads to the point of starvation. This condition brings about extreme weight loss, thereby hampering the normal functioning of the human body. 2. Bulimia nervosa People who tend to overeat are prone to develop this condition. This often happens due to the loss of control over eating habits. Thus, it results in gaining a massive amount of weight. 3. Binge eating disorder Excessive periods of overeating and a feeling of losing control over oneself about their eating patterns cause this disorder. 4. Pica This eating disorder occurs due to excessive intake of things that aren’t considered to be food, such as ice, soap, chalk, pebbles, laundry items, etc.